Quote plumbing work with enough detail that customers can say yes quickly. Separate fixture counts, labor, materials, and permit items so emergency and planned work both look professional.
Bid intake & scope definition
| Area / phase | Notes | Included? | Client priority |
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| Diagnostic / access notes | | Yes / No | High / Med / Low |
| DWV rough-in | | Yes / No | High / Med / Low |
| Water rough-in | | Yes / No | High / Med / Low |
| Fixture setting / trim | | Yes / No | High / Med / Low |
| Equipment / water heater / treatment | | Yes / No | High / Med / Low |
| Permit / inspection / testing | | Yes / No | High / Med / Low |
| Restoration by others | | Yes / No | High / Med / Low |
Site conditions / assumptions
Before pricing
- Verify access, staging, parking, and working hours.
- Confirm existing conditions, hidden damage, and utility shutoffs.
- List owner-supplied materials or specialty fixtures early.
- Note permit, engineering, HOA, or lender requirements.
Allowance controls
- Mark every allowance and finish selection still pending.
- Write pricing validity period before presenting the estimate.
- Clarify what triggers a change order before work begins.
- Keep one client-facing copy and one internal pricing copy.
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Detailed pricing worksheet
| Line item | Qty / unit | Materials | Labor | Sub / equip. | Markup % | Line total |
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| Mobilization / diagnostic | | | | | | |
| Permits / inspection | | | | | | |
| Waste / vent rough | | | | | | |
| Water distribution rough | | | | | | |
| Fixtures / trim-out | | | | | | |
| Water heater / equipment | | | | | | |
| Sump / ejector / pumps | | | | | | |
| Testing / start-up | | | | | | |
| Patch / protection allowance | | | | | | |
| Contingency / concealed conditions | | | | | | |
| Total bid price | | | | | | |
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Clarifications and acceptance
Common exclusions
- Drywall, tile, cabinetry, and finish restoration unless noted.
- Existing corroded / failing piping outside listed work area.
- Municipal tap / utility fees unless listed.
- Code upgrades to unrelated systems unless noted.
Customer approval
Bid is based on visible conditions and stated fixture counts. Hidden piping conditions, customer-selected upgrades, and utility / sewer authority requirements may require revised pricing.
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Service work turns into paid work when the field form is clean. Record the reported problem, what you found, what you installed, and who approved it.
Reported problem / work performed
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Field checks
- Leak checked after repair
- System repressurized / restored
- Customer shown repair location
- Follow-up or estimate needed?
Customer sign-off
Customer acknowledges the work listed above was completed or explained onsite and authorizes billing for the described service.
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Use one schedule for both purchasing and field verification. It keeps fixture model numbers, rough-in notes, and room assignments aligned.
Fixture schedule
| Area / room | Fixture type | Qty | Model / finish | Water / DWV note | Supplier | Status |
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Rough-in heights and connection notes
| Fixture / connection | Centerline / AFF | Supply size | Waste / vent size | Special note |
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| Lavatory | | | | |
| Kitchen sink | | | | |
| Toilet flange | | | | |
| Shower valve | | | | |
| Tub filler | | | | |
| Washer box | | | | |
| Ice maker / fridge | | | | |
| Water heater | | | | |
| Hose bibb | | | | |
| Floor drain | | | | |
Rough-in reminders
- Confirm fixture cutsheet before setting exact valve heights.
- Coordinate with cabinets, mirrors, and tile layout.
- Mark shutoffs and access panels on as-builts.
Final verification
- Model numbers match approved selections
- Finish / trim kit complete
- No missing supply lines or escutcheons
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Run this before the rough DWV inspection. Trap arm lengths, venting, cleanouts, and support spacing should already be verified.
DWV rough checklist
| Item | Pass / Fail / N/A | Area | Correction note |
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| ☐ Approved plans / permit onsite | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Pipe slope maintained | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Required cleanouts installed | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Trap arms within allowed distance | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Vents sized and connected correctly | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ No prohibited fittings in drainage | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Fire / draftstopping penetrations sealed as required | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Test on system maintained | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Protection plates installed | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Sleeves / supports installed | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Island vent / special vent detail complete | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Underslab / underground inspected before cover | P / F / N | | |
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Check pressure test, support, and protection before calling for inspection.
Water rough checklist
| Item | Pass / Fail / N/A | Area | Correction note |
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| ☐ Pressure test holding | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Pipe material approved for use | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Supports / nail plates installed | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Isolation valves located correctly | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Water heater / recirc rough complete | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Mixing / tempering valves planned | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Stub-outs protected and capped | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Backflow / vacuum breaker requirements addressed | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Hose bibb / exterior lines insulated or protected | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Water hammer arrestors installed where required | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Fixture spacing coordinated with finishes | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Labeling / shutoff identification complete | P / F / N | | |
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Final trim checklist
| Item | Pass / Fail / N/A | Area | Correction note |
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| ☐ Fixtures installed and secured | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Supply stops accessible | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ No visible leaks at final test | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Water heater venting / drain pan / T&P correct | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Caulking / escutcheons complete | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Trap primers / floor drains operational | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Customer demo completed | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Warranty / manuals delivered | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Final clean complete | P / F / N | | |
| ☐ Permit final signed off | P / F / N | | |
Correction log
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Separate parts from labor for clean customer billing and cleaner bookkeeping.
Invoice line items
| Description | Qty / unit | Rate | Amount |
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| Diagnostic / service call | | | |
| DWV repair | | | |
| Water line repair | | | |
| Fixture replacement | | | |
| Water heater / equipment | | | |
| Permit / inspection fee | | | |
| Parts / materials | | | |
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Invoice totals
| Summary | Amount |
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| Parts subtotal | |
| Permit / pass-through | |
| Tax | |
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Progress billing / application of payments
| Cost code / phase | Contract amount | Prior billed | This invoice | Balance remaining |
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| Mobilization / admin | | | | |
| Demolition / prep | | | | |
| Rough work / install | | | | |
| Finish / trim | | | | |
| Punch / closeout | | | | |
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Invoice notes
- Use plain-English descriptions of the service performed.
- List fixture model numbers for replacements when relevant.
- Note if water was restored and leak check passed before departure.
Collections / closeout
- Capture customer approval for any additional work beyond the original call.
- Keep signed work orders with the invoice for warranty traceability.
- If billing a management company, include unit / suite and tenant contact.
Remittance & receipt
Invoice should be paired with the service work order and any before/after photos or permit records retained for the file.
Customer receipt / owner representative
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Quick sizing reference only. Verify jurisdictional code tables, manufacturer instructions, and actual fixture demand before final design or permit submission.
Residential DWV fixture units (common)
| Fixture | DFU (private) | Trap / branch note |
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| Lavatory | 1 | 1-1/4 or 1-1/2 in. trap |
| Kitchen sink | 2 | Often 1-1/2 or 2 in. branch |
| Shower | 2 | 2 in. trap and branch common |
| Bathtub | 2 | 1-1/2 in. trap common |
| Water closet, tank | 3 | 3 or 4 in. branch / stack |
| Clothes washer | 3 | 2 in. standpipe branch |
Typical domestic water sizing snapshot
| Pipe size | Common residential use | Field note |
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| 1/2 in. | Single fixture branches | Check developed length and pressure |
| 3/4 in. | Bathroom groups / small trunks | Common hose bibb and water heater branches |
| 1 in. | Main trunks / multiple fixture groups | Watch pressure drop |
| 1-1/4 in. | Larger homes / long runs | Sizing varies widely by fixture count |
Common pipe material comparison
| Material | Typical use | Pros | Watch-outs |
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| Copper | Interior hot / cold water | Durable, familiar | Cost, theft, aggressive water |
| PEX | Interior water distribution | Fast install, flexible | Fitting system consistency, UV limits |
| PVC | DWV / some cold water uses | Affordable, easy to cut | Not for hot water supply |
| ABS | DWV in some regions | Lightweight | Local code acceptance varies |
| Cast iron | Noise control / commercial DWV | Quiet and durable | Weight, labor intensity |
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